Klopp’s assistant-manager Zeljko Buvac already stepped in as Borussia Dortmund defeated Olympique de Marseille 3-0 two days ago. Although Klopp reportedly liked how his subordinate managed the Champions League match he commented his impressions about his new spot in the stadium: “You watch better, but besides that it sucks.”

Despite his strong feelings Jurgen Klopp has to habituate to the view of the cosy VIP zone for probably one more game. It’s possible that the team of Germany’s Ruhr valley will contest the decision. How much effect it will have is up for debate.

One would think that Klopp will prepare his squad properly and instruct co-manager Zeljko Buvac in every way possible. Furthermore Buvac is not a rookie. He knows Klopp for a long time. Both managed FSV Mainz together for seven years and both transferred to Dortmund five years ago.

Therefore Arsenal could not hope for a lack of professionalism on the sideline but maybe for a lack of enthusiasm. Unfortunately Buvac is known as the calm one.

What do you think? Will Borussia Dortmund miss Jurgen Klopp on the sideline? Will the ban pay dividends for Arsenal?

Markus Hanfler

Markus wanted to be a dinosaur and a cowboy first. After it became clear that this wasn't going to pan out he started pursuing a career as a journalist. Having gained experience by writing for a local newspaper and the German Federal Ministry of Defence he started a blog to discuss American Football with a friend. When he is not watching sports or checking out what’s new on the internet, he likes playing sport himself – especially climbing and Ultimate Frisbee (“Yes! It’s a sport.”).